Chaos erupted at a popular Italian beach as a sudden waterspout tornado sent sunbathers and holidaymakers fleeing for their lives. The terrifying phenomenon, caught on camera, showed swirling winds whipping up the sea before making landfall.
Tourists Caught Off Guard
Visitors enjoying a sunny day along the Adriatic coast were stunned when the towering waterspout formed just offshore. Within minutes, the spiralling column of water and wind barrelled toward the beach, sending umbrellas and beach chairs flying.
Dramatic Footage Emerges
Shocking videos shared on social media show families grabbing children and sprinting inland as the vortex approached. Local authorities quickly evacuated the area, though no serious injuries have been reported.
What Causes Waterspout Tornadoes?
Meteorologists explain these rare events occur when cold air moves over warmer waters, creating rotating columns of condensed water vapour. While typically weaker than land tornadoes, they can still pose significant danger to coastal areas.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of nature's unpredictable power, even in popular tourist destinations known for calm summer weather.
